the zinc archive
the zinc archive
zinc
This is a homegrown, bi-weekly podcast from Eastern U.S. archiving the records, art, + research by zinc and their guests of all ages, whose stories detail the poetics of their life. The Zinc Archive is a collection of tips, tricks, & tools to heal our inner child and get curious about how we empower ourselves in the 21st century; in the U.S. and across the world. 
ep.15: is this adulting?
hi living archives,today is a lil rant on adulting, capitalism, spirt and rediscovery. Enjoy diving into a hive mind, and let loose! IS THIS ADULTING? music by me!!! beat by AQ on da beat
Apr 16, 2024
27 min
Ep.14: 3rd Spaces int. w/ Nees
Hi Living archives:)This episode is with my bestie Nees, as we talk about home the mall was our stomping ground back in the day. A 3rd space between work and home. Lets chat about how important this is! How this impacts our youth and adults, especially in rural counties.
Mar 18, 2024
30 min
Ep.13: ur not alone
hi loves,making home and finding community while navigating a culture that prioritizes individualism and isolation. Join me in letting the feelings wash over us, as we navigate this reality in the 21st century. featured: -Exitingegypt (instagram) for inspiration -cthegod (instagram) for quote -Human Becoming (podcast by Tumi) on "romantic fantasy"
Feb 27, 2024
24 min
Ep.12: 7 seeds
hi living archives!enjoy a blast from the past, from my older podcast “zinkED”.-social permaculture: abrah dresdale
Feb 9, 2024
26 min
Ep.11: communication thru conflict
hey living archives,the winter has me sleeping all darn day! yet, that is ok. But I wanted to come around and share another offering about my perspective on "navigating thru conflict." Shits not easy y'all! Yet so important. Let's heal our inner child together. Linked: Trio--victim, perpetrator, and observer song "for my dreams" by coco instagram zinc_archive
Jan 22, 2024
39 min
Ep.10: making space
hi living archives,i hope you are able to rest during these winter months, as well as finding time to breathe through all the difficult worldly events. This episode dives into the ways that I make space in my life for positive, good vibes. as a growing adult, and especially as i reconnect with my inner child, its been important to shift my behaviors to make more space in my life to feel the changes i want to see on me. grateful you are on this self-healing journey my friend. Resourc...
Jan 9, 2024
28 min
Ep.9: group mentoring int. w/ Devon
hi my living archives,this episode is a deep dive into group mentorship. Tis the holiday season. This episode is geared toward youth workers and youth, regarding the power of learning with others. I am interviewed by Devon, and it was such a treat to be asked questions regarding mentorship and my values. Enjoy! Links: Mass mentoring here Railroad Street Youth Project (RSYP) mentoring program here
Dec 26, 2023
1 hr
Ep.8: mentorship
dear living archives,in the 9th episode, zinc discusses the importance of mentorship, both intergenerational and peer to peer. ps: this episode prepares us for an indepth interview with Devon, which will be posted next. connect with me on socials: zinc_archive (insta) Growth mindset vs. Scarcity mindsetM Archive by Alexis Pauline Gumbs p.49 Traditional and Alternate paths by BEST initiative, p. 83-84SALT by Nayyirah Waheed
Dec 11, 2023
37 min
Ep.7: playin with purpose
hi living archives, welcome to the 8th episode of the zinc archive. this episode digs into zinc's description of their purpose in discovering their sense of empowerment and defining their version of success. zinc explores the pressure that youth face in comparing themselves to their peers via social media, etc and judging their own timeline. connect me on socials: zinc_archive (insta) "Mama Earth gonna keep the receipts." This episode is suggested 10+ years old. Menti...
Nov 27, 2023
51 min
Ep.6: eye wonder as i wander int. w/ El
welcome living archives! this episode explores the importance of wondering as we wander the world—from the river to the ocean. from hometown to city. join us as zinc expresses the importance of community with their best friend El.follow me on socials: zinc_archive (insta) TW: this episode honors the spirits of Palestinians, Haitians, Ukrainians, and all ethnic groups experiencing apartheid, genocide, and suffering in 2023. This episode honors their ancestral and current reclaim of their ...
Oct 30, 2023
14 min
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